1996 Nissan Sentra vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2001 Rover 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 25 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sentra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Sentra | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sentra | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
